Still trying to keep my wife's 2007 Pilot alive (200K+ miles). My wife was complaining about an…read moreoccasional noise she hears in the front end. I, of course, told her that I don't hear anything (wishful thinking on my part). So I take it in to Torrance Motors without an appointment and ask if they could take a quick look at it to verify it is still safe to drive, as we had a long upcoming trip in a few days. They right away put it up on the lift and verified that it was safe to drive. However, the control arm, tie rods and bushings (leaking grease) were shot. Showed me the pictures and it was a mess. This level of repair was not cheap...but it was reasonable. No more complaints from my wife...at least about the car.

Had 1.25" front leveling spacers installed along with an alignment on my RAV4. Dropped it off right…read morewhen they opened at 8:30 AM and it was ready by lunchtime. The alignment was slightly off at first, but they told me to bring it back and got it dialed in perfectly the following day. They stand behind their work and even told me to come back if anything needed to be re-torqued after the suspension settled. The results came out great. The stance looks much better with the factory rake reduced, and the ride quality still feels smooth and OEM-like. No noises, vibrations, or issues afterward. The vehicle drives straight and handles great. Professional service, quality work, and solid communication throughout the process. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a clean leveling spacer install done right.

Wow - the service here is fantastic. I brought in my Porsche Macan for an oil service and engine…read morelight. They explained everything clearly and sent me an inspection to my phone with pictures of everything they found. It was so easy. No pressure to buy anything. Ernie walked me through the inspection without making me feel like he was trying to sell me something. It was so refreshing. Normally I take my car to south bay Porsche but now I'm going to come here. Ernie was so helpful. I really appreciate it! Definitely recommend!! Also - as a woman, the bathroom was super clean and the waiting room was comfortable and nice. I felt very respected and comfortable.

I was quoted prices for multiple services today, August 11, 2026, and unfortunately, it was not…read morejust one or two items that seemed overpriced. Everything I asked about was quoted significantly higher than what I would consider reasonable market pricing. I first contacted this business several months ago after my catalytic converter was stolen. I reached out to ask about pricing for protection for a new replacement catalytic converter that I would purchase myself. The protection they offered was extremely expensive compared with other options I had researched. I returned to the business for a second time today, August 11, 2026, for a different reason. I wanted them to visually inspect two old parts to determine their condition. One of the parts was leaking oil and the other was not. During our conversation, Ernie did explain that the best way to determine whether the parts were actually functioning properly would be to install them on the vehicle and test them. I ultimately decided not to have that testing performed because, after being told that one of the parts was leaking, I was no longer interested in purchasing the set of old parts at that point. More importantly, the pricing I received today was based on the services I was asking about rather than an inspection that established what work was actually necessary. For example, I was quoted $225 for an alignment. From my research and the prices I have found from other automotive shops, I can get an alignment for approximately $100-$150 elsewhere. At $225, that is simply not a price I am willing to pay. The disappointing part is that this was not an isolated incident. The first time I contacted this business, I felt the pricing was extremely high and overpriced. The second time, I had the same experience. After researching the cost of these services and comparing prices elsewhere, I found the quotes I received to be substantially higher than reasonable alternatives. I also left with the impression that I was being quoted higher prices because I am a woman and that the assumption was that I wouldn't know enough to question the prices. If that was the intention, it was a very poor assumption. I do my research, I know what services cost, and I am not going to agree to inflated pricing simply because someone assumes I won't know the difference. Being located in Redondo Beach does not justify charging excessively high prices. A local automotive business should be serving the community by providing fair, transparent, and reasonable pricing, not charging excessive prices simply because customers need automotive services. Another issue with excessively high pricing is that it ultimately puts the customer in a lose-lose situation. When a business quotes an unreasonable price, the customer has to spend additional time and energy researching other shops, making phone calls, getting additional quotes, and potentially traveling elsewhere to find a fair price. On the other hand, customers who do accept these prices may end up paying substantially more of their hard-earned money than necessary. That is one of the reasons I am taking the time to write this review. I want other people to be aware of my experience before they spend their own time and energy inquiring about services here. My recommendation is to get prices from multiple shops before agreeing to any work. Based on the prices I was quoted on both occasions, I personally would look elsewhere. I have no issue paying a fair price for quality work, but I do have an issue with being given prices that are substantially higher than reasonable alternatives. Because of these experiences, I would not return to this business for future services, and I would not recommend it to friends, family, or anyone looking for honest and reasonably priced automotive service. RESPONSE TO OWNER: Your response reinforces the reason for my review. You explained why your shop charges more, but that does not address my concern: the prices I was quoted were substantially higher than prices I found from other legitimate automotive shops for comparable services. You stated that your pricing is standardized and every customer receives the same quote. If so, this was not an isolated quote. Other customers can expect the same overpriced quotes. Regarding my comment about being a woman, I described my personal impression; I did not claim to have evidence proving discriminatory intent. I acknowledge your explanation. Your business is entitled to charge what it believes its services are worth, and customers are equally entitled to decide those prices are unreasonable and go elsewhere. I have no issue paying a fair price for quality work. I do have an issue paying substantially more than reasonable alternatives. EVEN THEN: Your mechanical team lacks integrity and consistently misdiagnoses or fails to fix the actual problem. I also find it noteworthy that your public Yelp response differs from the direct text response you sent me.

This place is my go to oil change for my Tacoma and some other car problems.There very reliable and…read moreprofessional..There also super fast on a service..There also charge cheap labor..I Highly recommended this auto shop all over SoCal specially in Torrance.The owner is Super Kind and very knowledgeable Mr. M Takeda when it comes to automotive.The technician and front lobby lady are also super nice..Couldn't ask for more professional service.They have everything what i expect for an automotive services.ill give this shop a more than 5 stars.Because really deserve it.

My my the apple has fallen far from the tree... I took my car in for a minor break job and faulty…read moreAC unit. Although they fixed both, 2 other issues popped up that was clearly things they didn't put back correctly. When I brought it up to them, the dude was standoffish and wouldn't even entertain the idea it could've been his fault. It's not like I was asking for free stuff that was unrelated... his attitude and terrible customer service is dragging the Takeda name down.

Alex is amazing and extremely helpful. He fixed my car. Not only are they great they do an…read moreexcellent job. Very honest and reliable.

The staff exhibited unprofessional conduct by expressing their frustration towards customers…read more Although their technical skills met basic expectations, there are more skilled mechanics in Gardena who provide superior customer service. If it were possible, I would rate it even lower. Please consider saving your money and time by seeking service elsewhere. ALEX's conduct is unprofessional.

A humble looking shop that boasts incredible knowledge and service. You could say, this is my car…read moreguy. They have been fair, transparent, and honest with fantastic service. They make intelligent parts decisions, educated me on options, and provided solutions. What more could you ask? They are a tremendous mechanic operation.

Great guys who helped run an AC diagnostic test for my car. Gave great advice and will be coming…read moreback if I have issues

I take my car to Master Tech for all mechanical repairs, routine service and body work. They are…read morethe best! Herbert, the owner, is a knowledgeable mechanic and has a skillful crew. He thoroughly explains the work to be done, any options and tries to find economical solutions. He's caring, professional and provides great customer service. Repairs When the mechanics repair something, it's fixed. I have never had to return. They are very skillful. They fixed a tricky problem with a headlight at a fraction of the cost others quoted. Honest Herbert is honest. He doesn't do unnecessary repairs. For example, Once I had a rattle whenever I started the car. He found a rock in the exhaust pipe and removed it. Body work I recently took my car in for some body work, The cost of the repairs was less than I expected. The car came back looking like new and the paint matched perfectly. Beautiful! I just want to say THANKS to Herbert and his crew and to recommend them highly! Rosann Taylor

Herbert was a big help for me with getting my 2016 Honda accord touring fixed. I had taken it to…read moremultiple mechanics AND the dealer, and no one could tell me exactly what my issue was and just be straight with me. I had an emissions system issue that gave me the code 'P0139'. The first mechanic I took it to last year told me that it was a simple o2 sensor issue (rightfully so considering the code I was getting), yet when he replaced the sensor, the light continually came on. So he replaced it again, and replaced another o2 sensor on the vehicle (according to him). When none of that worked, he told me that my catalytic converter was faulty, and that I was going to have to pay roughly 8k for a new one. Safe to say I didn't believe him, nor did I stick around and simply take his word for it. I started making calls and, at first, genuinely believed that I was going to have to come up with the 8k by summer 2026 (when my smog inspection was due). I thought at one point I was sold a faulty vehicle too and even tried to receive compensation for the error. Turns out that wasn't the case, and even if it was, there wasn't much I could about it anymore. I took it to others who quoted me ridiculous prices for a simple diagnostic, I took it to others that just simply couldn't tell me what was wrong, and then to make things more confusing, the light would go on and off and would even go off long enough for me to pass smog!!! (Even though the first guy I went to said my catalytic converter was bad). Then, I looked online and found Master Tech. Great reviews, great location in the South Bay (Torrance), and fair pricing. Diagnostic was about 160, which would go toward repairs if needed, and if they couldn't find the issue I'd pay zero dollars! When I first got there, already Herbert pointed out things no mechanic pointed out before. I was told and under the impression that all my sensors were new and changed... they weren't. He also informed me that my vehicle was an American built one (not Japanese or Canadian, which I heard can make all the difference in quality). That's information that, although wasn't a huge concern, let me know that this guy paid attention to detail and really cared about what he was doing. He then told me to leave it with him later on in the week so he could give the vehicle TLC (tender love and care), and to be comfortable with not having my vehicle for a couple days (wasn't a problem at all). Eventually he gets back to me after a day and lets me know that the sensor had to be changed out with an oem one, as the previous mechanic put in an aftermarket one. On the day that I picked the car up and paid for the install, we both hopped in and took it for a ride, and the engine was running smooth like butter now. No more rich running (causing my gas to burn faster), and no more harsh shifting. He then hands me over the old sensor and informs me that I should go get my money back from the other mechanic. It turns out, the other guy was trying to screw me over (surprise, surprise!), whereas Herbert was honest and righteous. The piece the other mechanic put in was a Bosch sensor, made specifically for German made vehicles. Smh. It was for VOLKSWAGENS and the like ONLY. He was just trying to get me to pay him thousands, and perhaps allow me to further damage my engine and transmission from the issues he was forcing my vehicle to go thru for the time that it wasn't working properly due to a lazy, incompatible o2 sensor. I was relieved that I found Herbert who was able to help me and install the correct piece for a fair price (443 roughly, as opposed to the almost 700 dollars the dealer would've tried to charge me). I like his style, and he is definitely a righteous mechanic. Thank you bro!

Had an issue with my car and was assured that it would be fixed on time. They quoted me at a much…read morelower price. After about 2 weeks of waiting. I was charged more than what was quoted for something they didn't fix. Even though they tried their best it felt odd that the charged me so much for something they couldn't fix. I decided to take it to the dealership and it was fixed quickly and for a much lower price. Wouldn't recommend

Bad, bad, and worse!…read more Used to be a client but this shop has recently tried to charge me 4x as much as they used to for simple services like oil and brakes, they claim because of inflation but i think its because i am an older man. And the employees are now so rude and short with me. It just feels unfair. I hope they figure it out. It was nice having a local mechanic who i could trust, but unfortunately thats not the case anymore.

Efrain is the best mechanic. Super honest and real! Thank you!!…read more He replaced my catalytic converter, switched my tires, and fix my lights

God sent mechanic that is friendly, doesn't rip you off, works fast and is very efficient. I highly…read morerecommend Jesus and Sons to anyone who lives in the area and who is done getting ripped off by shady mechanics. Efrain the shop owner has been our is my family's mechanic for years. Tell him Ron sent you!